An Accidental Life

and other pieces

by Nicholas Swingler

 

“This is a poignant and gripping account of family experience. Nicholas Swingler's choice of forms to suit the matter is impeccable. His eye for accurate and touching detail is unerring.” Alan Brownjohn

“Idiosyncratic, intriguing, clinical…it's fascinating to read the word/thought play on offer.” Derek Jacobi

“Swingler’s voice is instantly recognizable…these poems are as fresh and as mordant as ever.” Edward Petherbridge

“The poems are good enough I think – but I wouldn't really know – it’s not  my thing.” Will Self